St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School, Wimborne

URN: 113771 • Wimborne BH21 1BX

Overview

Name
St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School, Wimborne
URN
113771
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
70.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Elizabeth West (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
St John's Hill, Wimborne BH21 1BX

Summary

St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School, located in Wimborne, serves children aged four to nine and is part of the Initio Learning Trust. Founded in 1877, the school maintains a strong connection with St John's Church and is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for learning. The school features five classrooms, a well-equipped learning centre, and extensive outdoor facilities, including a playground, playing field, and creative arts area.

The school's ethos is rooted in Christian values of love, friendship, and forgiveness, which guide its curriculum and daily interactions. St John's aims to foster independent, confident learners who respect themselves and others. The curriculum is designed to be stimulating and inclusive, catering to the diverse needs of the community while promoting positive self-esteem and respect for human rights.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through tours and open communication, ensuring a collaborative approach to education. The school welcomes applications for admission at various times and is dedicated to supporting children and families throughout their educational journey.

Key details

LA
Pre-LGR 2019 Dorset
Age range
5 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
150
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2015-02-28
Last Ofsted
2009-07-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 150
2024-09-11 150
2023-09-11 150
2022-09-11 150
2021-09-11 150
2020-09-11 150

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